Sunderland marked their return to the Premier League with a stunning 3-0 win over West Ham United at the Stadium of Light.Eliezer Mayenda scored their first topflight goal in eight years just past

Sunderland returns to the Premier League for the first time in eight years, and is hoping to stick around this time. They moved up after defeating Sheffield United in a championship playoff final, joining Leeds and Burnley as the three clubs to secure promotion.

Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris praised his side for maintaining their identity from last season, securing their first top-flight win since 2017

West Ham United have tabled a £42 million bid for Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos, according to Diario AS journalist Eduardo Burgos.West Ham want reinforcements in the middle of the park at the

West Ham United midfielder Lucas Paqueta is considering leaving the East London outfit this summer ( Fabrizio Romano ). He might seek a new challenge away from the Hammers after three years at the London Stadium.

Potts has a legendary surname but has impressed with his attitude and performances during pre-season with West Ham

Callum Wilson - signed on a free transfer from Newcastle - will be a bustling threat in attack if he can stay fit, while Mads Hermansen adds real depth and quality in the goalkeeping department after coming in from Leicester City. And, of course, West Ham still have the outstanding Jarrod Bowen.

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